The Bar Council of India (BCI), through Circular No. BCI:D:4657/2026 dated July 17, 2026, has introduced a Digital Ethics Code for advocates, law students, and interns under the Advocates Act, 1961. The Code prohibits courtroom reels, "Day in Chamber" videos, client testimonials, clickbait legal promotions, misuse of live-streamed proceedings, and AI-generated deepfakes involving judges or litigants. Law students and interns must sign confidentiality undertakings before internships and are barred from revealing case files, client details, or presenting themselves as advocates. Violations are categorized as minor, serious, or aggravated, attracting penalties including internship withdrawal, disciplinary proceedings, or removal from the State Roll. State Bar Councils will establish Digital Ethics Committees to monitor online conduct and enforce professional standards in the digital space.